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Slow Internet? Here Are Ways To Speed Up Your Connection

Slow Internet? Here Are Ways To Speed Up Your Connection

There is nothing worse than slow Internet, especially if you have to stay at home all day. In addition, it pisses you off to see how videos take eternity to load, and web pages take forever that you end up giving up on reading it. However, during this confinement, slow internet is mostly affecting students and those who have to work from home. Fortunately, there are some ways to speed up your connection, and get it back on track.

Are You Getting What You’re Paying For?

It is possible that you are paying a connection of 60 Mbps and you only get 30 Mbps. This can have many causes, but most of them are external. From the poor connection in your area to a poor installation or, if you have contracted ADSL, the distance from and to the “central”. The good part is that you can complain (rightly), and demand to get two solutions.

Either they fix it or they lower your bill. How to do this? Your part is to try speed tests such as Speedtest or the one Google provides when searching for «Speed ​​Test». But it would also be convenient for you to try it through your telemarketer (if available). This way, you’ll have solid proof when you file your complaint.

Check The Router Settings

If the problem is not external, then it’s probably related to the devices and the router. In order to speed up your connection, check these two options. First, try to move the router closer to your device, so that the signal becomes stronger. However, this is not always possible and reliable. Second, and slightly more complicated, is to configure the router. To do that, you will need to access the device interface and choose a series of parameters that could speed up your connection.

However, the downside of this option is the level of expertise it requires. If you have basic knowledge, then it may be best to call call your company and get them to guide you step by step. Moreover, changing the «channel» or parameters like DNS will get you a stronger signal and a higher speed to browse and download content.

Be Ware Of Stacking Wireless Devices

It’s normal to have your router in a hidden place like behind the TV or a desk. However, keep in mind that the small distance between the router and your devices can affect your connectivity. In addition, since you probably have several wireless devices connected to it, the transmission automatically becomes weaker.

In fact, these waves can “bother” each other. Making your signal come and go, resulting in slow internet. The solution? Place the router away from other devices (or the devices away from the router), then do a connection test. If things improve, problem solved. If they don’t, it’s time to try checking the wires of the router.

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Are Female Leaders Managing The Covid19 Crisis Better?

The Covid-19 crisis is leaving the entire world in front of tough situation. Not only that is effecting people and sanitary departments directly, the economic recess that is causing might be catastrophic. Different nations adopted different strategies to confront the Coronavirus aftermath. However, and despite the drastic measures that have been taken, the struggle is still real. Furthermore, numbers and statistics are showing a pattern among countries that are handling the situation a bit better than others. And the main common point could just be that they all have female leaders.

Female Leaders Have A Positive History In Crisis Management

According to Forbes, women in positions of power have had a slight better crisis management than their men counterpart. In fact, during the 2008 worldwide economic crisis, women heading the financial departments of their countries ” suffered less from the global economic crisis.” In Europe, and after the crisis ended, governments ” increased female board representation in big banks from 15% to 33%.” Furthermore, the current pandemic drew attention to how world leaders are managing the crisis, which led to witnessing that some of the countries doing slightly better, all have in common a female leader.

Strict Lockdown Was Not Imposed In Several Countries

Strict lockdown or confinement is currently the only possible cure to the coronavirus. In the absence of a vaccine or a cure, limiting the spread of the virus must be controlled through the population. Obviously, this affects heavily the cultural, economic and tourism sectors. However, countries like Germany, new Zealand, Norway and Sweden didn’t rush to impose a total lockdown on their people. Yet, their numbers are showing to be among the least scary, as oppose to the US, Italy and Spain, who despite their strict response, their numbers are still increasing everyday.

Studies Suggest That Women Are Better Equipped For Handling Pandemics

Although the statistics are not sufficient to draw solid conclusions, they do give us an Idea. Countries with female leaders have been more successful in controlling the Covid19 pandemic. In terms of testing capacity, death tolls, as well as recoveries. Moreover, several quantitative studies support the claim that women are better equipped to handle a health crisis, including a pandemic. In addition to having a lower risk of picking up the illness than men, research showed that certain qualities in women in times of crisis allow them to react better.

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Here Are Few Perks Of Confinement To Stay Positive Through It

Yes, being stuck at home only being able to go out for essentials sucks. We miss our friends, going out for drinks or just the simple act of taking a walk on a sunny day. However, given the current circumstances, the only effective method to stop Coronavirus is confinement. Think about it this way: Our ancestors had to go to war, but we are privileged enough to be asked to just stay home in order to save lives. Although it’s perfectly normal to feel anxious, stressed and emotionally vulnerable, there are few perks of confinement, that should help you stay positive through it.

Saving Money

Remember how any times you complained about not saving money. In fact, we all have been endlessly trying to convince ourselves to spend less on eating-out, and cook at home instead. Well, guess what? One of the few perks of confinement, is that you can finally save that cash you usually spend on nights out and restaurants. So, when this is all over, you will maybe have saved enough money to treat yourself to that trip you’ve been dreaming about!

Getting Enough Sleep

In addition to saving money, confinement is also helping you save energy. Regardless of wether you are taking online classes, or tele-working, one of the few perks of confinement is getting enough sleep. Furthermore, doing things from home just makes it all easier. You can cook fresh food instead of having to do meal-preps due to your tight schedule. In addition, you are able to set your alarm clock back, and add more ”sleep time” since you will be saving yourself the time of showering, getting ready, and getting yourself to work/school.

Taking A Break

As we mentioned before, the aftermath of the confinement is rather heavier on our mental health. However, if you start doing things right, it may actually be fruitful for you to take a break. Now, we all have some extra-time to do the things we couldn’t do before, since we had busy daily schedules. Seriously, in the midst of all the rush, stress and routine, this confinement is an opportunity to just take break from it all.

Having Time For Self-Care

Treat yourself to long baths, hair&facial masks, and even to learn new recipes. Instead of looking at the down-part of being stuck at home, really immerse yourself in enjoying it. Exercise, clean, do some meditation or yoga, watch Netflix and chill. There are multiple ways to care for your well being, that will make you remain positive and realize just how much you needed this.

Being Grateful

You know, it’s in times of hardships that we realize just how great our life really is. As part of our human nature, we always want more than we have. But, when you are excluded, and a sudden change affects your daily routine, you realize just how ‘blessed’ you were. Enjoy being with your loved ones, and if you are alone, take the time to reflect and bond with yourself. Start a diary to keep track of what you’ve achieved, to set new goals for the future, and above all, be grateful for all you have.

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4 Daily Habits That Can Make You Become Smarter

4 Daily Habits That Can Make You Become Smarter

Scientific research prove that there are habits can make you smarter indeed, if you implement them in your daily life. In fact, you’d be surprised of how your life could turn upside down, by just doing a little everyday. Furthermore, these 4 activities are quite easy to incorporate, especially now that we have a bit more time than before.

In addition to helping you become smarter, it helps you also become more conscious and relaxed. These habits are going to help you get out of confinement in a better version of yourself.

Reading

Reading even just a few pages a day is incredibly beneficial to you, and yes, regardless of the content. Researcher Anne E. Cunningham, argues that children who read as much as a page everyday, show a higher IQ than those who don’t read at all. Furthermore, she argues that reading increases your intelligence due to the fact that it requires focused attention, and simulates brain cells to remain active. In addition, reading enhance your vocabulary, which automatically makes you seem smarter, as you avoid making common grammatical errors.

Eating Wisely

You know what they say ” a healthy mind in a healthy body”. Did you know that you can increase your intelligence through brain-boosting foods? In fact, the human brain consists of 60 percent fat. Therefore, consuming fats may add a little to your weight, but it’s actually positive for your brain. Therefore, experts recommend a moderate consumption of ”trans-fat rich items like potato chips, and foods high in monounsaturated fats, like fish or nuts” is one of the habits that can make you smarter.

Learning Something New

Wether you take online courses, start learning a new language or even the simple act of leaning a new recipe increases your intelligence. Apparently, inserting something new into your brain for 30 minutes a day, causes ”a multisensory explosion” and it ”triggers processes which flex crucial areas of your brain.” In other words, it’s like giving your brain a full-workout! In addition, the more information your brain retains, the stronger it becomes and consequently, that makes you smarter.

Meditating

As exercising is useful to staying in good shape, meditation is equally important for your mental health. In fact, many people underestimate the power of emotional intelligence as one of the habits that make you smarter on the long run. Harvard research linked meditation to brain growth in the hippocampus and increased memory and learning. Therefore, if you dedicate 10-15 minutes a day to meditating, the results will start showing almost instantly, as you’ll feel more zen, mentally healthier and stronger.

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Epidemic Movies That Are Trending Right Now

Epidemic Movies That Are Trending Right Now

If you are not yet forced into quarantine, please go ahead and take this precaution on your own. Statistics as well as experts, argue that the most efficient cure to fight this coronavirus is simply limiting its spread. Wether you think you are completely healthy and fine, or still believe the theory that it only hits old people. Staying at home during at least 15 days, is the only way you can prevent catching and spreading this series virus.
That being said, staying at home for so long is not easy. However, if you find ways to keep yourself busy, then you’ll think less about it. Imagine, your bed, Netflix and pop corn for days on end. And to help you, we have prepared a list of the most trending epidemic movies that discuss virus outbreaks. This way, you keep entertaining yourself while learning more about the current situation of the world.

Contagion

Discussing a similar virus outbreak story to nowadays, so definitely a movie you can relate to while in confinement. Basically, this movie filled with class-one stars such Matt Damon, Kate WInslet, Jude Law and a deadly virus, what more can you ask for? In addition, this movie has an extra point of “terror” for the amount of similarities it has with COVID-19. Not surprisingly, many say that Steven Soderberg’s work predicted the current epidemic.

Outbreak

Kevin Spacey, Dustin Hoffman, and Morgan Freeman are the star faces of this thriller that seeks to dramatize an Ebola-like virus epidemic. In fact, from which, the world suffered a lot not long ago. In the same way as with Ebola, the origin of the virus is Africa, and once someone is infected, their chances of survival are not high. As the virus spreads, the protagonists will have to try to deal with the situation. It soon became a “THE” film for fans of epidemic movies, so it’s a recommendation worth a try!

Virus

A film of Korean origin that surprises with the enormous similarity that it has with what is happening with the coronavirus today as well. Furthermore, although it was released in 2013,it strongly describes events very similar to what we are seeing on the news. Viruses, coughs, infected and overcrowded hospitals. Luckily, the virus in the movie is much more dangerous than the one we are facing in reality.

Bird Box

The most recent weird virus-talking movie. Sandra bullock is forced to live with two children, in a place where the mere act of seeing gets you killed. In fact, this virus that has spread in air, forced everyone to live with a blindfold. Of course, until forced to leave their home and run away. A film filled with action, suspense and especially during this epidemic, sympathy.

Photos: Youtube

This is What Coronavirus Has Done To The World

Coronavirus, which is now the main focus of the entire world, has undeniably did some damage to the world. Since it’s outbreak in the province of Hubei in China last December, this ”deadly” virus has spread to the rest of the world in the span of weeks. Moreover, due to the concerning rates of contagion, most government officials are taking radical safety measures for their citizens.

Besides deaths, panic and quarantines, covid19 has tragically (and not-so-tragically) has done serious damage. Here is what coronavirus has done to the world.

Altered Traveling Plans

Obviously, when a highly contagious, super fatal disease appears, the most important element becomes safety. By the end of 2019, China had already suffered from fluctuating tourist rates. In fact, major companies canceled their flights towards Hubei, and airports were closed.

However, following the tragic and rapid spread of the virus, other countries than China took a hit. Therefore, people had to cancel trips, postpone business trips and limit crowds. In Italy, after the country entered into self-quarantine, all attractions, museums and touristy places were closed, which left major Italian cities zombie-like.

Affected the World’s Economy

Besides the damage economically done through tourism, the world’s economy is being affected. Many countries have implemented a coping strategy, which consists of allowing remote working. In order to limit the massive use of public transportation, as well as frequent physical contact within offices, people are now working from home.

This is not all. The UK and US stock markets have are reported to suffer their worst hit since 2008. Oil prices are plunging, and the world is fearing a globally serious market shut down.

People Took the Major Hit

Additionally, besides the economy suffering, people are the ones taking the major hit. Psychologically speaking, the panic and seriousness of the situation has many people misinformed. Then, being forced to work at home, made people believe that the end is near. Supermarkets were flooded and emptied, bars are shutting down, and festivals have been canceled. Free movement of people is now becoming limited everywhere, and major precautions are recommended to be made, especially in highly infected zones.

Closing of Important Facilities

On Monday, Spanish authorities announced that they will be shutting down schools, universities (public and private) as well as elderly homes. this comes as an attempt to radically lower contagion rates. Following the footsteps of the Italian government, who closed up the country, Spain is also considering a possible complete shut down of the metro and trains, if the situation aggravates.

In addition, all football events scheduled for the upcoming two weeks, will officially be played behind closed doors. This includes big confrontations, crucial matches, as well as the return leg of the quarter-finals of the Champions League.

Few Positive Points

Well, there is nothing positive about having to close yourself in, or hear someone’s death or fluctuating economy and altered traveling plans. However, coronavirus might have done a small fraction of good to the world. According to NASA, since the outbreak of the virus, their ”greenhouse gas emissions in China, the world’s largest current contributor to climate change, are down 25 per cent.” Climate change is also another serious issue facing the world nowadays, and we hope that this current situation grows some awareness regarding what we could go through next.

Photos: Pixabay, NASA.